2007 Audi S8 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
